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Explore Captivating Stories of Gods, Goddesses, Monsters, and Mortals while Learning Fascinating Facts about Five Mythologies This book includes five captivating manuscripts: Greek Mythology: Captivating Stories of the Ancient Gods, Goddesses, Heroes, and Monsters Egyptian Mythology: Captivating Stories of the Gods, Goddesses, Monsters and Mortals Norse Mythology: Captivating Stories of the Gods, Sagas, and Heroes Celtic Mythology: A Captivating Guide to the Gods, Sagas and Beliefs Roman Mythology: A Captivating Guide to Roman Gods, Goddesses, and Mythological CreaturesThe broad arc of the ...

This is an autobiographical work covering a wide range of subjects including a number of major events relevant to Africa and the African diaspora.

Burkina Rising: How the Sahel Awakens to Defy Empire is a gripping exploration of how one of Africa’s most overlooked nations is igniting a revolutionary shift in global consciousness. From ousting foreign troops to reclaiming natural resources, from Pan-African unity to a youth-led governance revolution, Burkina Faso is rewriting the rules of sovereignty, resistance, and power. Told through twelve transformative themes, this book sheds light on how Burkina Faso—once labeled a "failed state"—has become a symbol of postcolonial courage and continental renewal. Under the leadership of a...

There are women who ruled vast swathes of the African continent. They led, loved and fought for their kingdoms and people and their impact can still be felt today. However, beyond the lands they called home, so few of us have heard their names. From pre-colonial Nigeria to the rich plains of Rwanda, from Ancient Egypt to apartheid South Africa, historian Akpan writes the stories of these powerful queens and takes you on a spellbinding, enrapturing and immersive journey that is nothing short of revelatory.

Police Investigation: In the atlas of world history, it would occupy a small space of time. Without warning a bomb goes off in a shopping complex. Two housewives and three children are left dead. An act of anger and retaliation in a holiday resort, which triggered a violent chain of events.

The body of literature on post-genocide Rwanda is both extensive and diverse. In many works, facts are reported variably, depending on the sources of information favored. Moreover, interpretations often differ according to the author's stance in relation to Rwanda's new political order, frequently without sufficient effort to situate events within their historical and contextual frameworks. Given these circumstances, uncovering the truth about the tragedy that has afflicted the Rwandan people since October 1, 1990, proves to be a formidable challenge. This dictionary seeks to assist readers...

Unlock the Lost Legends and Hidden Kingdoms of Ancient Africa. Think you know African history? While most people picture the pyramids of Giza, few realize that ancient Nubia built over two hundred pyramids — more than anywhere else on Earth. Ancient Africa: Pyramids, Pharaohs, Lost Cities, and Powerful Kingdoms takes you on an unforgettable journey through the overlooked empires, captivating cultures, and brilliant innovations that shaped a continent.

Police Investigation: In the atlas of world history, it would occupy a small space of time. Without warning a bomb goes off in a shopping complex. Two housewives and three children are left dead. An act of anger and retaliation in a holiday resort, which triggered a violent chain of events.

The work of Belgium and its former colonial administrators has recently been subjected to criticism, often unjust and driven either by ignorance and misunderstanding or, more frequently, by political calculation aimed at finding a scapegoat for the mismanagement and shortcomings that followed. I wanted to respond, while I still can, by simply recounting, without any intention of controversy, my life and work in Rwanda first, and then in Burundi, up until their independence. This endeavor is directed not only at my loved ones but also at those who wish to understand, including researchers ...